Whole Caraway Seeds are about 1/5 inch long, slightly curved and tapered at one end. This seed is a member of the parsley family and has a warm, sweet, slightly bitter, dill and anise-like flavor. Caraway seeds have a very pungent aroma. Durkee Caraway Seeds add a unique flavor, while giving foods an interesting visual appearance. Caraway Seeds can also be used as a garnish. Use to flavor cakes, cookies, biscuits, cheese, applesauce, cottage cheese and fruits. This product's most recognized use is in rye bread. Use it when making bread or rolls. Great with sauerkraut, cooked pasta, potatoes of any kind and cabbage.